Orientation for Study Abroad and Exchange students
Study Abroad and Exchange Students should plan to arrive in time for the February 2013 Semester Orientation on Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 February. We strongly encourage you to attend the Study Abroad and Exchange Students Orientation to help you make the best possible adjustment to Sydney and to the University.
The Study Abroad and Exchange Students Orientation complement the University's Orientation Week (O-Week) activities. The Orientation Program on the main campus provides students with essential information about living and studying in Sydney.
This includes:
- Enrolment process
- Student organisations
- Sporting facilities
- Safety and security
- Transport around Sydney
- Libraries
- Services for students
- Health cover
- Adjusting to Sydney life
- Timetabling
- Student Card
- Buddy Club Events
Key dates
Friday 22 February to Sunday 24 February 2013
The Study Abroad and Exchange team offers a range of pre-semester trips to help you to meet other international students and to explore Sydney and its beautiful surrounds.
What: Surf Camp Weekend by Surf Camp Australia
When: 22nd - 24th February, 2013 (2 nights)
Price: AU$295 (with $50 discount using promo code 'SYDSURF')
How: (select ‘Ultimate Surf Weekend’, then Departure date February 22nd)
What: Orientation Escape by Extreme Adventures
When: 23rd - 24th February, 2013 (1 night)
Price: AU$259
How: Book here
What: Blue Mountains Day Trip by Extreme Adventures
When: Sunday 24th February, 2013
Price: AU$99
How: Book here
If you have any detailed questions about the above trips, please contact either Extreme Adventures or Surf Camp Australia directly.
Monday 25 February 2013
9.30am – 12.00pm
International student welcome and morning tea
The Great Hall, The Quadrangle, Camperdown Campus
12.00 – 2.00pm
Academics and Lifestyle at the University of Sydney
Eastern Avenue Auditorium, Camperdown Campus
Tuesday 26 February 2013
9.30am – 12.00pm
Advisor Enrolment Information Sessions
Eastern Avenue Auditorium, Camperdown Campus
12.00pm – 1.30pm
Free BBQ Lunch & Games – provided by Sydney Uni Sports & Fitness
The Square, Camperdown Campus
2.00pm – 4pm
Enrolment Assistance
International Office, Level 4, Jane Foss Russell Building, Camperdown Campus
Wednesday 27th February to Friday 1st March 2013
On Wednesday 27th February, O-Week kicks off with an ‘Alice in Wonderland’-inspired theme of pink flamingos, cheshire cats and mad hatters – it’s down the rabbit hole for orientation 2013!
The University of Sydney Union (USU) provides a non-stop social scene that will have you juggling classes, free time and fun like a pro before you know it. Whether you’re ready to immerse yourself in the enormous world of Clubs and Societies or simply chill out at Manning or Hermann’s Bar on a lazy afternoon, O-Week 2013 gives you your first tantalising taste of everything the USU has to offer.
There will be some of the best student talent on display with live music and comedy – it’ll be an incredible way to launch your Sydney experience!
Buddy Club
Each semester, the Study Abroad and Exchange Unit coordinates the Buddy Club, a social mentoring program, designed to help you build social networks, engage with local students, adjust to life in Australia and make the most out of your semester abroad.
In the past we have organised Koala Breakfasts, bushwalking in the Royal National Park, trivia evenings, pub nights, yum cha, harbour cruises, fancy dress parties, concerts, sports events, fairs, dinner parties, barbeques, guided tours, shopping, and fundraising events.
You will receive your personal invitation to join the Buddy Club Facebook Group and start connecting with other students before you arrive in Australia.
Let us know what events and activities you would like to get involved in and the Buddy Club Team will see what they can do. Send your suggestions to .
For more information about the Buddy Club, view the Buddy Club video below.